Panini's Italian Cucina (Jasper Avenue)
8544 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5H 3S4, Canada
Phone: (780) 758-8544
Website: http://www.paninisitalian.com/
Panini's Italian Cucina (Jasper Avenue) in Edmonton is a 4.7-star Italian restaurant with 2,025 Google reviews, known for The Wise Guys Sicilian Style Square Pizza and Loaded Italian Pizza.
Why we love it
- Traditional Italian with pizza and pasta specialties
- Located near Near 86 St NW and 106 Ave NW
- Laid-back atmosphere, TVs, wine & beer
- Dine-in with exceptional, friendly service
- Traditional Italian with pizza and pasta specialties
- Located near Near 86 St NW and 106 Ave NW
- Laid-back atmosphere, TVs, wine & beer
- Dine-in with exceptional, friendly service
What to Order
The Wise Guys Sicilian Style Square Pizza
A standout Sicilian-style square pizza, praised for its exceptional taste and crust. It's a must-try for pizza lovers.
"I just tried "The Wise Guys" Sicilian style square pizza from this place and wow! Pretty confident it's the best pizza in Edmonton. If you live in this city and you're not eating this pizza you're stupid."
Jacob Lienau
Loaded Italian Pizza
A hearty pizza perfect for meat lovers, described as "sooo good" and a satisfying option.
"The Loaded Italian was sooo good perfect for meat lovers."
Jane
Handmade Cannoli
Freshly made cannoli with a divine homemade ricotta filling and a perfectly crispy shell. Many consider it the best they've ever had.
"Best cannoli I’ve had ever. The homemade ricotta filling was divine there was a nice creamy richness and the shell definitely was crispy and fresh."
Jane
Semifreddo in Pistachio
A rich and generously portioned pistachio dessert that pairs perfectly with espresso poured over it.
"The Semifreddo in pistachio is a must if you are getting dessert. It comes in a generous portion packed with rich pistachio. The espresso we poured into the Semifreddo made it perfection the flavour palettes really come together and don’t compromise one another."
Jane
Chicken Alfredo
A highly addictive pasta dish that keeps customers coming back for more, noted for its deliciousness.
"Currently waiting on my 3rd time ordering the Chicken Alfredo from here 🤤 really good stuff :p"
Esenz
Gnocchi with Red Sauce
A classic gnocchi dish served with red sauce, consistently rated as amazing and a perfect 10/10.
"I ordered the classic Gnocchi with red sauce and it was amazing 10/10 for sure"
Johnny Smith
Inside Scoop
- The service is consistently praised as exceptional, friendly, and attentive, with specific shout-outs to servers like Cindy and Lucia.
- While the food is generally well-regarded, some paninis have been criticized for having too little meat.
- The atmosphere is described as laid-back and cozy, but some find it more akin to a "burger joint" than a traditional Italian restaurant.
- Be aware that delivery drivers have reported rude and disrespectful treatment from staff.
- Portion sizes for pasta are generous with plenty of sauce, and coffee is also highly recommended.